Immerse yourself in one of the world's most spectacular reef destinations!
Heron Island is a true coral cay, located right on the outer Great Barrier Reef. The island is ribboned by sugar white sands, crystal clear waters and acres of brilliant coral with beautifully colored marine life. At this World Heritage-listed Marine National Park, all flora and fauna are protected, so the island is a nature lover's paradise where the emphasis is on enjoying natural beauty. Stress is replaced by a sense of adventure and days are filled with discovery.
Heron is world famous for its fantastic scuba diving and snorkeling. Experience some of Australia's best dive spots - more than 30 dive sites are available, half of which are only 15 minutes away due to the island's location right atop the outer Great Barrier Reef. This southern area of the reef has, to date, experienced very little coral bleaching due to cooler water temperatures.
Heron also offers many activities for non-divers such as guided island and reef walks, semi-submersible cruises and private beach picnics. An amazing array of animal and bird life can be discovered throughout the year, such as the delightful Green and Loggerhead turtles, nesting during our visit.
At Heron Island, you won't see any buildings above the treeline, as the resort has been thoughtfully designed to blend with the surrounding environment. We've reserved a variety of room packages to fit all budgets:
Turtle Room $2295 Queen bed only
Reef Room $2395 Partial ocean vews
Beachside Room $2495 Spacious beachfront upgrade
Wistari Suite $2795 Luxury upgrade with A/C
Learn more about the room types here. All are cooled by natural sea breezes, and Wistari Suites are also air-conditioned.
All rates are per person, double occupancy
in US Dollars. Special rates for Australia and New Zealand residents available - contact us for details.
Our Package Includes:
- Six nights at Heron Island Resort (double occupancy)
- Five days of three boat dives daily (Tuesday-Saturday)
- Welcome cocktail party
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily at resort
- Transfers to/from Gladstone Airport aboard Heron Islander
- Room taxes
- Tanks, weights and weight belt
Not Included: Airfare, rental gear, instruction, items of a personal nature, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages other than at welcome cocktail party.
Getting There:
Please arrive in Gladstone, Queensland (GLT) no later than 8 am on Monday, October 19.
It's simple to fly to Gladstone (GLT) from Brisbane (BNE) early on the morning of Monday, October 19 on either Virgin Australia flight VA 2901 at 6:20 am, arriving in Gladstone at 7:30 am, or QantasLink flight QF 2332 departing at 6:30 am and arriving at 7:40 am.
Suggested hotel in Brisbane on the night of Sunday, 18 October is either the Pullman Brisbane Airport or Ibis Brisbane Airport, both just steps from the domestic terminal from where your flight to Gladstone departs the next morning. Alternatively, it's fine to arrive in Gladstone on the afternoon of 18 October and overnight there.
The Heron Islander ferry departs from Gladstone Marina at 9:30 am, and takes about two hours to arrive at Heron Island. Please take seasickness medication before boarding!
On Saturday, October 25, the Heron Islander ferry returns to Gladstone in the mid-afternoon. Please book your flight from Gladstone back to Brisbane for no earlier than 4:45 pm. You can continue your travels to elsewhere in Australia and New Zealand or back home after 7pm that evening.
October 18, 2020 |
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Arrive Brisbane (BNE) and overnight at hotel |
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10/19/20 |
VA 2901 or QF 2332 |
Brisbane (BNE) to Gladstone (GLT), transfer by ferry to Heron Island |
Arrive by 8 am |
10/19/20 - 10/25/20
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Heron Island, Great Barrier Reef
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10/25/20 |
VA 2910 or QF 2343 |
Return Gladstone to Brisbane
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Depart no earlier than 16:45 p.m.
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Oct 25 or later |
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Continue from Brisbane (BNE) on to elsewhere in Australia or New Zealand, or depart for home
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After 19:00 p.m. |
From North America, there are non-stop flights to Brisbane from Los Angeles (LAX) and San Francisco (SFO). Feel free to use miles to book your international flights. Please allow at least three hours at LAX or SFO to make connections with other North American cities in either direction.
Deposit:
Deposit of $500 is due upon
booking to hold space. Second payment of $750 due at 120 days.
Balance due 90 days prior to departure.
Upgrade!
Arrive at Heron Island by helicopter! $300 one-way or $525 round-trip. Your luggage will travel by ferry while you enjoy breathtaking views of the Great Barrier Reef from the air. What an amazing way to see the Reef!
Photo courtesy Tourism Australia
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